Standard Ignition TS-382 Engine Coolant Temperature Sender

Engine Coolant Temperature Sender for Dodge Trucks

Standard Ignition TS-382 is an engine coolant temperature sender built for 12-volt systems and direct bolt-on installation. It uses a single female rectangular plug-in connector with one male blade terminal, making it a practical replacement for select Dodge Ram and D-series trucks with a gauge-equipped 1-terminal setup.

Key Features

• Engine coolant temperature sender for gauge applications
• Bolt-on attachment method for straightforward replacement
• 12-volt electrical design
• 1 female rectangular connector with plug-in style connection
• 1 male blade terminal
• Gold and red housing finish
• Factory-calibrated and tested for specified switch actuation
• Built with formed bimetallic contact arm and creep-action performance

Product Details

Standard Ignition TS-382 is engineered for accurate coolant temperature signal transfer in vehicles that rely on a sender for the dash gauge. The internal thermal design uses calibrated wax and bimetallic contact movement to deliver precise electrical contact at the specified temperature point. For owners searching for a Dodge Ram 2500 coolant temperature sender, Dodge Ram 3500 temperature sender, or a replacement sender for 1990-1997 Dodge trucks, TS-382 provides a direct-fit service part backed by controlled manufacturing and testing.

This part cross-references Anchor 3094 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A, 1 Term, with Gauge
• Fits 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 3500, N/A, 1 Term, with Gauge
• Fits 1990-1993 Dodge D250, N/A, 1 Term, with Gauge
• Fits 1990-1993 Dodge D350, N/A, 1 Term, with Gauge
• Fits 1990-1993 Dodge W250, N/A, 1 Term, with Gauge
• Fits 1990-1993 Dodge W350, N/A, 1 Term, with Gauge
• Fits 1990-1991 Dodge D150, N/A, 1 Term, with Gauge
• Fits 1990-1991 Dodge W150, N/A, 1 Term, with Gauge

Common Uses

• Restores coolant temperature gauge operation
• Addresses inaccurate or erratic temperature readings
• Replaces a sender with damaged connector or terminal wear
• Helps correct intermittent gauge signal loss
• Supports service repair on aging Dodge truck cooling systems

Installation Notes

Verify the connector style, terminal count, and gauge-equipped application before installation. Match the sender to the vehicle’s original electrical configuration and confirm the mounting location is clean and free of corrosion. For best results, compare the removed part to Standard Ignition TS-382 before final installation on compatible Dodge Ram and D-series trucks.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition manufactures this sender with complete process control from component selection through final testing. Each unit is calibrated and checked to confirm actuation at the specified temperature, supporting consistent performance in service.